You Like Your Controls Inverted Because Of Science--And Your Brain

The article discusses a scientific study by researchers at Brunel University London that explored the neuroscience behind a person's preference for "normal" or "inverted" controls in video games. The study found that various factors, such as personal experiences, favorite games, and age, can influence one's control preferences. However, the primary determining factor was how quickly a person could mentally rotate objects and overcome the "Simon effect," where it's harder to respond when a target is on the opposite side of the screen as the response button. The researchers suggest that people should be open to trying the opposite control scheme, as it may actually make them better gamers, similar to how left-handed people were once forced to write with their right hand, leading to lifelong difficulties. The article concludes by encouraging readers to reconsider their control preferences, as it could improve their performance in various video games.